
Here you'll find everything you need to manufacture PlayDog parts.
Remember you can skip parts of this guide if you prefer to order parts from our Shop.
License
PlayDog is licensed under GPLv3 with Additional Terms.
Disclaimer
PlayDog is NOT an off the shelf product. There may be risks involved in manufacturing it and using it. By proceeding, you state that you have read and agreed to the LetItMake Terms of service.
Bill Of Materials - Manufacturing Guide
Parts:
- Pir SensorX3
- Female To Female Extension CableX3
- Lm386 AmplifierX3
- Particle Core Or PhotonX3
- ServoX1
- Thin SpeakerX3
- 5v Power SupplyX3
- Female Pin Headers 40 Pin StripX3
- Male Pin Headers 40 Pin StripX1
- Dc PlugX3
- JumperX1
- Lens Head Screw 2 2x3 8X7
- Lens Head Screw 2 2x1 4X13
- Lens Head Screw M3 25mmX1
- 10mm Flat WasherX1
Files:
- pcb_design_zip
- homebase_print_silo_23mm_stl
- homebase_print_silo_23mm_tall_stl
- homebase_print_silo_28mm_stl
- homebase_print_silo_28mm_tall_stl
- homebase_print_silo_33mm_stl
- homebase_print_silo_33mm_tall_stl
- homebase_print_home_base_shell_stl
- homebase_print_bearing_stl
- homebase_print_bearing_plug_stl
- base_print_base_shell_stl
Tools:
- 3d Printer
- Soldering Iron
- Cutter
- Small Breadboard
Section 1: Get Supplies 4 steps
Step 1: Electronic Parts
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Step 2: Pcb Supplies
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Step 3: Supporting Parts
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- Lens Head Screw 2 2x3 8X7
- Lens Head Screw 2 2x1 4X13
- Lens Head Screw M3 25mmX1
- 10mm Flat WasherX1
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Section 2: Prepare All Materials 3 steps
Step 1: Prepare Bare Pcb
You can make the PCB yourself, using the design files available for download. Another option would be to order it from our store. you will need 3 PCBs for two calling bases and one home base.
Step 2: Cut Female Pin Headers
Take 3 strips of 40 pins female headers. Cut 2 strips of female headers to 6 pieces of 12 pins. Cut 1 strip of female header to 3 pieces of 4 pins. Don't try to cut between 2 pins, if you want a 12 pin strip, you should cut the 13th pin, so the 12th will remain intact. After cutting, try to clean the edge with the cutter to make it smoother.
Step 3: Cut Male Pin Headers
Section 3: Soldering The Pcb 7 steps
Step 1: Solder Particle Module Pin Headers X 3
Warning - Before you start: These instructions assume you know how to use a soldering iron. In case you don't, here is a reference guide that you may find useful.
Place the PCB with the text side up. Insert 2 pieces of 12 pin female headers into one Particle device and place the headers on the PCB. Turn over the PCB with the Particle device, make sure the pins are still in place. Solder the 4 corner pin headers in the beginning to make sure it is fully attached to the surface. Solder all other headers.
When finished, take off the Particle device.
Repeat 3 times for 3 PCBs.
Step 2: Solder Jumper Pin Headers And Connect Jumper
Step 3: Solder Lm386 Amplifier Mount X 3
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Tools 1
- Soldering Iron
Take one piece of 4 pin female headers and locate it in the designated place on the PCB. Turn over the PCB to make sure all the pins are still in place and it's aligned right. Solder one side of the pin headers in the beginning to make sure it is fully attached to the surface and aligned. Solder all others.
Repeat 3 times for 3 PCBs.
Step 4: Solder Pir Sensor Mount X 3
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- Soldering Iron
- Small Breadboard
Take one piece of 3 pin male headers and locate it on the PCB. Pay attention - there are 2 places for 3 pin headers. One is for the PIR and the second is for the servo mount. you should solder it where it says "PIR".
Tip - you can use a breadboard.
Solder one side of the pin headers in the beginning to make sure it is fully attached to the surface and aligned. Solder all the rest.
Repeat 3 times for 3 PCBs.
Step 5: Solder Servo Mount
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- Soldering Iron
- Small Breadboard
Take the PCB with the Jumper and one piece of 3 pin male headers - locate it on the PCB (next to the PIR sensor mount).
Tip - you can use a breadboard.
Solder one side of the pin headers in the beginning to make sure it is fully attached to the surface and aligned. Solder all the rest.
Repeat 3 times for 3 PCBs.
Step 6: Solder The Dc Plug X 3
Section 4: Homebase Printing The Food Silo 2 steps
Step 1: Selecting The Right Silo
Step 2: Printing The Silo
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Files 6
Tools 1
- 3d Printer
This part holds & dispenses the food. Make sure you use a filament which is non-toxic and suitable for food storage. Print the silo that fits your dog's food, no support is needed.
* A tall silo fits larger amount of food (about 220 grams)
* A regular silo fits medium amount of food (about 150 grams)
resolution: 0.2 (z), infill: 25% note: Clean the part after printing, and remove any loose strings or flashes of plastics.
Section 5: Homebase Printing Bearing Plug And Shell 3 steps
Step 1: Shell
Step 2: Plain Bearing
Step 3: Bearing Plug
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